The Australian National University
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Postdoctoral Fellow in International Court of Justice Empirical and Sociolegal Research The Australian National University in Australia
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Sociology
Funding
Full-time fixed-term appointment for up to two years, with a salary package of AUD 91,546–114,906 per annum plus 17% superannuation. The role is supported by an ARC Discovery Project grant.
Deadline
Nov 15, 2026
Country
Australia
University
The Australian National University
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About this position
The Australian National University is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow in Canberra, Australia, to join the ANU Law School and contribute to the ARC Discovery Project “Becoming a ‘World Court’? Globalisation and Judicialisation at the International Court of Justice” (2026–2029).
The successful researcher will undertake interdisciplinary work examining the International Court of Justice (ICJ) and its evolving role as the “World Court.” Research activities will include archival research, qualitative interviews, empirical legal analysis and the development of novel datasets. The project offers opportunities to co-author academic publications, produce high-impact research outputs and engage with an international research network involving academics, international lawyers, government officials and practitioners connected to the ICJ.
The Fellow will work closely with Professor Esmé Shirlow at The Australian National University and Dr Florian Grisel of CNRS. The role may also involve project coordination, organising workshops and activities for the project Research Hub, assisting with supervision of higher degree research students and contributing to the intellectual life of the College and University.
This is a full-time, fixed-term appointment for up to two years. The salary package is AUD 91,546–114,906 per annum plus 17% superannuation. The application deadline is 15 November 2026 at 23:55 AEDT.
Applicants must provide a statement addressing the selection criteria and a current CV with contact details for at least three referees. The preferred candidate must have Australian work rights and complete required pre-employment declarations and background checks. Applications that do not address the selection criteria may not be considered.
Funding details
Full-time fixed-term appointment for up to two years, with a salary package of AUD 91,546–114,906 per annum plus 17% superannuation. The role is supported by an ARC Discovery Project grant.
What's required
Applicants must submit a statement addressing the selection criteria and a current CV including the names and contact details of at least three referees, preferably including a current or previous supervisor. Other documents may be required. The preferred candidate must have rights to live and work in Australia and must complete mandatory pre-employment declarations and relevant background checks.
How to apply
Apply through the ANU Jobs application portal using the Apply Now link. Upload a statement addressing the selection criteria and a current CV with at least three referees; provide any other requested documents. Applicants must have Australian work rights.
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